Proverbs 8:31 — Meaning and Application

When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:

Then I was by him, {as} one brought up {with him}: and I was daily {his} delight, rejoicing always before him;

Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights {were} with the sons of men.

Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed {are they that} keep my ways.

Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.